Spurs set to move for Valencia attacker in January

Tottenham are to make a move for Valencia attacking midfielder Jonas in the January transfer window, according to reports in Spain.

Valencian paper Superdeporte claim that the 28-year-old is on Andre Villas-Boas' radar having notched up three goals and two assists for Los Che so far this season, after managing a tally of 19 strikes in all competitions in 2011/12.

Valencia signed the Brazil international for around €1.2million in 2011, with his current deal running until June 2015.

It is believed that Jonas is happy at Valencia, but their poor standing in the league could have an impact on a potential move.

Villas-Boas has a good relationship with Valencia sporting director Braulio Vazquez, who has previously admitted that the Portuguese boss was offered the coaching job at the Spanish club prior to joining Tottenham, and that could also work in the London side's favour.

It isn't the first time Tottenham have been linked with one of Valencia's top talents, with striker Roberto Soldado claiming he turned down an offer from the Lilywhites side in the summer.